Infection Prevention Lead (LPN) – Growth & Impact

Southern HealthCare Management; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, & More

Paid time off

401K

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Mentor Bonuses

Great culture

Job summary

Southern HealthCare Management in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Infection Prevention Control Officer (LPN) to lead our program across a skilled nursing facility.

You will identify and mitigate infection risks, educate staff on CDC updates, and coordinate COVID/Flu testing schedules; partner with leadership to uphold Joint Commission standards.

We offer a supportive team, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active LPN licensure in the state.
• 2+ years experience as an Infection Preventionist or related healthcare professional with knowledge of infection prevention and control, microbiology, infectious diseases, and epidemiology in patient care practices.
• CDC - IPCO Certification required or must be willing to complete within 5 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Infection Prevention and Control Program in a long-term care and short-term rehabilitation / sub-acute care nursing center.
• Identify, investigate, report, prevent, and control the spread of acquired infections among residents, staff, and guests; manage COVID/Flu testing schedules as needed and educate staff on CDC updates.

Skills

Infection prevention knowledge

LPN licensure

CDC IPCO Certification

Staff education

Education

LPN License

Job description

Southern HealthCare Management in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Infection Prevention Control Officer (LPN) to lead our program across a skilled nursing facility.

You will identify and mitigate infection risks, educate staff on CDC updates, and coordinate COVID/Flu testing schedules; partner with leadership to uphold Joint Commission standards.

We offer a supportive team, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.